Honda 1990 Civic Wagon 4WD, Owner'S Manual, Page: 23 / 125

Warning and Indicator Lights (cont'd)
Oil Pressure Warning Light
The oil pressure warning light will come on, and remain on, if there is
insufficient oil pressure or when the ignition switch is turned on
with the engine not running. If the light should stay on while driving,
get the car off the road as soon as you can, turn the engine off and
check the engine oil level (see page
67 ).
Even if the oil level is correct, the engine should be checked by a
Honda dealer before the car is driven again.
NOTE:
The oil pressure warning light will only light as a result of low oil
pressure. It is not directly an oil level indicator.
CAUTION:
Running the engine while the oil pressure warning light is on
constantly may cause immediate and severe engine damage.
Charging System Warning Light
The charging system warning light
comes on when there is a problem
with the electrical charging system
or when the ignition switch is
turned on with the engine not
running. If the light comes on while
driving, stop the car and check to
see if the alternator belt is loose or
broken.
To check the belt tension, stop the engine and push with about 98N
(22 Ib) of force on the middle of the belt as shown. The belt should
deflect about:
9 - 11 mm (0.3 - 0.4 in)
If the engine has been running, some engine components may be
hot enough to burn you.
NOTE:
If necessary, have the charging system checked by an authorized
Honda dealer.
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